Cliff Ridge (FR 9522000) in WA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Washington
Cliff Ridge (FR 9522000) in WA
A 7.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Stevens County, WA. The road serves McDonald Mountain. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to November 30.
Colville National Forest, Three Rivers Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 28 days.
All 7.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 2.5 of the 7.2 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,200 ft over 7.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 15%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 20 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Addy Mountain stands 2,311 ft above the site, 2.8 miles west. The nearest town, Chewelah, is 7.9 mi off.
September normals 41–75°F, 0.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Colville National Forest, Three Rivers Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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